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7 Things You Should Know About the Eco-Friendly Bags Customer inserts His/her name Customer inserts his/her number Customer inserts Grade/Course Customer inserts Tutors name (12, 01, 2011) Outline The Scenario What is it Who is doing it How does it work Significance of eco-friendly bags What are the downsides Where is it going The implications of broad diffusion and adoption of this innovation 7 Things You Should Know About the Eco-Friendly Bags The Scenario Environmental degradation has soared since the turn of the twentieth century. This can be attributed partly to increased knowledge and technological advancements that have churned out a myriad of products that facilitate comfortable living. The problem arises when these products outlive their usefulness and have to be disposed off without causing harm to the environment. Producers and consumers alike contribute to environmental pollution in their efforts to respond to their needs and wants. Some efforts to stem degradation have had insignificant results, some, like the adoption of eco-friendly bags, are making strides towards the right direction. What is it These are packaging bags with minimal or no harm to the environment,